Who is Dr. Pascal, Critical Care Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pascal?
Dr. William Pascal, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pascal empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pulmonary Critical Care, Sleep Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn, NY community, Dr. Pascal is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Pascal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Presbyterian Hospital Program
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Pascal board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. William Pascal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pascal speak?
Dr. Pascal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Yiddish
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Pascal typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Pascal diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Pascal. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Pascal typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Pascal performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Pascal. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Follow-up Airway Clearing Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Therapeutic bronchoscopy with aspiration
- Bronchial aspiration
- Tracheobronchial tree aspiration
- Flexible bronchoscopy with suction
CPT Codes:
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31646: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, subsequent, same hospital stay
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Lung Fluid Drainage with Catheter
- Percutaneous Pleural Drainage
- Chest Tube Insertion
- Imaging-Guided Pleural Drain
CPT Codes:
- 32557: Pleural drainage, percutaneous, with insertion of indwelling catheter; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Also known as:
- Chest Tube Insertion for Lung Fluid
- Pleural Effusion Drainage
- Percutaneous Pleural Drainage
- Chest Catheter Placement
CPT Codes:
- 32556: Pleural drainage, percutaneous, with insertion of indwelling catheter; without imaging guidance
Does Dr. Pascal accept my insurance?
Dr. Pascal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-8380 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pascal accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Pascal in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
VillageCare of New York
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Pascal's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Pascal affiliated with?
Dr. Pascal has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. William Pascal?
Dr. Pascal has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Pascal's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pascal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558474627.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pascal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pascal